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    Service members, Okinawa residents pull together [Image 5 of 5]

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    Two performers dressed in traditional black Japanese festival attire are standing atop a large rope or straw structure during what appears to be the Naha Tug-of-War Festival (那覇大綱挽) in Okinawa, Japan. The foreground performer wears a sash with kanji characters reading '綱方' (rope handler/team) and a red rope headband, striking a dynamic pose with both index fingers raised. Urban buildings including a 'bizhub' branded office tower are visible in the background.

    NAHA, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    10.13.2013

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Donald Peterson 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    An East team rope master gives the command to pull during the 43rd annual Naha Otsunahiki, or Naha Giant Tug-of-War at Naha City, Okinawa, Oct. 13. The rope masters direct the efforts of each team, helping the participants pull in unison. The tug-of-war has roots dating back to the 15th century when Okinawa was a part of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The East and West teams represent competing dynasties of the kingdom.

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    Date Taken: 10.13.2013
    Date Posted: 10.18.2013 01:48
    Photo ID: 1036528
    VIRIN: 131013-M-GE767-842
    Resolution: 3456x5184
    Size: 6.52 MB
    Location: NAHA, OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 46
    Downloads: 3

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    Two performers dressed in traditional black Japanese festival attire are standing atop a large rope or straw structure during what appears to be the Naha Tug-of-War Festival (那覇大綱挽) in Okinawa, Japan. The foreground performer wears a sash with kanji characters reading '綱方' (rope handler/team) and a red rope headband, striking a dynamic pose with both index fingers raised. Urban buildings including a 'bizhub' branded office tower are visible in the background.

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